OJ -- Nature's Gold

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Fresh squeezed juices can easily be transported to a new level
getting your day off to a great start delivering important
nutrients energy and a morning smile.

According to Dr Sandra Cabot who has published many books on
healthy eating including Raw Juices can Save Your Life! citrus
is one of the healthiest foods available.

"Oranges are one of the highest sources of natural vitamin C in
the world " Dr Cabot said. "Oranges have many health benefits
including helping to prevent cancer and other diseases reducing
cold and flu and assisting in weight loss."

Her view was supported by independent research from Australia's
CSIRO which found citrus fruits contain an abundance of
antioxidants and phytochemicals which are believed to play an
important role in protecting the body against a range of
illnesses. Oranges are also low on the glycaemic index which
means they can help stabilize blood sugar levels and reduce
hunger pangs.

Valencia oranges such as those grown in Australia are
"renowned for their superior juicing properties" says Dr. Cabot.
But fresh juice from this variety can be given extra zing by
squeeze a lemon lime or grapefruit into the juice to boost
vitamin C levels and produce different taste sensations.

The following recipes were issued by Growcom Marketing on behalf
of Horticulture Australia and Australian Citrus Growers.
Australia is now harvesting Valencia oranges -- but these
recipes work great with any origin oranges.

<b>Vitality juice</b> 2 oranges peeled 2 carrots 2 cm slice
fresh pineapple Wash trim chop and juice. Serve chilled with a
twist of orange rind.

<b>Antioxidant power juice</b> 1 oranges with some peel 2
carrots 2 stalks celery with leaves removed 1 clove garlic 3
florets broccoli ½ cup of strong green tea Wash trim chop and
juice. Dilute to taste with green tea. Serve with celery stalk
as stirrer.

<b>Citrus revitalise juice</b> 1 Australian Valencia orange
with some peel 1 apple with skin 2 sprigs fresh mint 2 stalks
of celery with leaves removed Wash trim chop and juice. Serve
chilled with a twist of orange rind.

<b>Kick start juice</b> 2 oranges peeled 3 cm slice fresh
pineapple 2 stalks celery with leaves removed ½ beetroot 1 cm
slice ginger root Wash trim chop and juice.

About the author:
Brian Clancey has a long standing interest in health and an
active lifestyle. This was the inspiration behind creation of
the thehealthyweb.com
website offering daily recipes and discussion of food and
health issues.